Serving 788 students in grades 6-8, Greenbrier Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenbrier Middle serves the northeast part of Chesapeake, VA, covering an area of approximately 21.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 7.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greenbrier Middle School's student population of 788 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
788 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greenbrier Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenbrier Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#886 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)61%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenbrier Middle School's ranking?
Greenbrier Middle School is ranked #886 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Greenbrier Middle School often compared to?
Greenbrier Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Bridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Greenbrier Middle School?
788 students attend Greenbrier Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Greenbrier Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenbrier Middle School?
Greenbrier Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greenbrier Middle School offer ?
Greenbrier Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenbrier Middle School part of?
Greenbrier Middle School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Greenbrier Middle School located?
Greenbrier Middle School is located in the Greenbrier East neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Greenbrier East.
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